Pennsylvania Fugitive Captured in West Wildwood, NJ
A fugitive from Pennsylvania has been captured in one of the smallest towns in South Jersey.
Vehicle Stop Leads to Arrest
The North Wildwood Police Department says on Thursday, one of their officers stopped a vehicle on the 600 block of West Glenwood Avenue in West Wildwood.
That officer recognized the passenger, 31-year-old Joseph Davies of Chester, PA, as a wanted person from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Davies was placed under arrest and, according to the department, a search found him in possession of methamphetamine.
Charges Filed
Davies was charged with being a Fugitive from Justice and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. He was placed on a warrant as per bail reform guidelines and transported to the Cape May County Correctional Facility.
About West Wildwood
West Wildwood is about 1/3-square mile in size and is home to about 540 people. The North Wildwood Police Department provides protection to the island community.
The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Chris Coleman, a South Jersey native, is the brand manager for WPG Talk Radio 95.5 FM and afternoon on-air personality on WPUR Cat Country 107.3 in Atlantic City, NJ. He joined the station in February 1998 and covers news, events, and stories of interest across Southern New Jersey for Townsquare Media. Story tips: chris.coleman@townsquaremedia.com
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